Sandara Park. Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News.MANILA -- Korean star Sandara Park made a quick visit to the Philippines on Tuesday to attend some commitments. But before leaving, Park expressed her interest in coming back and collaborating with Filipino stars.
"I feel at home. And parang nag-stay ako ng matagal kasi I went to my favorite restaurant, yeah," Park said of her quick visit in an exclusive interwith with ABS-CBN News before she left.
Park also mentioned a desire to work with actor Coco Martin. Park revealed that she is a huge fan of Martin and has watched all of his movies, particularly enjoying his romantic-comedy films.
“I have a wish! Sana magka-project kami ni Coco Martin in the future! Sana! I really love his movies, napanood ko lahat ng movies niya! Lalo na yung mga romantic comedies so sana maging leading man ko siya in the future! Sabi niya yeah! Let’s do something together, so sana yeah maging totoo yun!” she said.
Apart from wanting to do acting projects in the Philippines, Park also shared that she loves listening to OPM artists -- particularly rapper-singer-songwriter Shanti Dope. But her ultimate idol is still Asia's songbird, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid.
“Gusto ko yung mga bagong songs. I listen to Shanti Dope’s mga kanta, pero my ultimate idol now si Ms. Regine Velasquez so I want to comeback for her concert in April,” she shared.
When asked for advice to emerging P-pop stars, Park praised the talent in the industry and commended the artists who sought training in Korea to learn different genres of music. She said she was impressed by the dedication and hard work of the P-pop artists and encouraged them to continue pursuing their dreams.
Regarding the possibility of a reunion with her former Kpop group 2NE1, Park hinted that there are plans in the works, but emphasized that timing is key. Fans of the iconic girl group can look forward to potential future collaborations and projects.
Despite her busy schedule, Park stays connected with friends from her early days in the industry, particularly those she met during the reality-based talent competition Star Circle Quest.
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